How Can I Trust God as a Single Mom?
August 21st 2025 by Monet Noriega
Trusting God as a single mother can seem daunting. Believe me, I know. This post comes from personal experience; I walk this road. I know about feeling overwhelmed, defeated, alone, uncertain, disappointed, confused and broken all while trying to comprehend how the love of God fits into everything.
While each Christian single mom has a unique set of challenges and trials, there is a shared undercurrent of deep need for the Lord-especially in moments when there is no one to turn to.
I have come to understand that my circumstance as a single mother has actually been the most direct way God teaches me about who He is and His love for me in Christ-this includes trusting Him.
Here, I will share how you can really trust in God as a single mom!
How to Trust in God as a Single Mom: Top Three Ways
Learn What God Says About Himself and Who He Is
You can learn what God says about Himself and who He really is by reading the Bible.
It is hard to trust someone you do not know. This is why getting to know who God actually is, is of supreme importance. There are many misconceptions about who God is. Sometimes, we misunderstand our feelings, faulty thinking and preconceived ideas for truth-this includes the reality of who God is and what He says about Himself.
We must make getting to know the truth about God as He describes Himself in the Bible top priority.
John 17:3 Now this is eternal life: that they know you, the only true God, and Jesus Christ, whom you have sent.
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Prayer as a single mom is crucial! Dependence on God as a single mother is very tangible for most of us as there are needs coming from all sides that seem impossible to meet…but with God, all things are possible. God encourages us to bring all things to Him in prayer!
Philippians 4:6-7…do not be anxious about anything, but in everything by prayer and supplication with thanksgiving let your requests be made known to God. And the peace of God, which surpasses all understanding, will guard your hearts and your minds in Christ Jesus.
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Develop Spiritual Disciplines in the Midst of Chaos
As a single mom, spiritual disciplines such as Bible reading, setting aside time for prayer and Bible memorization will help you to remember the truth about God when doubts and feelings of discouragement arise.
I know-the challenges of single motherhood seem incompatible with the word “discipline!” However, Scripture tells us that the Spirit God gives us is one of power, love and self-discipline.
You CAN practice spiritual disciplines as a single mother (even in chaos) because the Holy Spirit will help you!
2 Timothy 1:7 For the Spirit God gave us does not make us timid, but gives us power, love and self-discipline.
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